The Callinan Chambers Art Competition is an annual prize that celebrates the richness and diversity of Australian art.
A single work will be awarded a $10,000 prize, recognising outstanding artistic achievement by an artist living and working in Australia. The prize supports both emerging and established artists by providing a platform to share their work with a wider audience.
The winning work is selected by a distinguished panel drawn from the legal profession and the art community, reflecting excellence across both creative and professional spheres.
ART EXPERT
Alison Kubler
Alison Kubler is a Brisbane‑based curator and co‑director of Renshaw & Kubler, a practice focused on collaborative, project‑driven work across all art forms. She holds a double major in Art History from The University of Queensland and a Master’s degree in Contemporary Art History from the University of Manchester. Over more than 25 years, Alison has held curatorial roles in major Australian museums and galleries, including QUT Art Museum and Gold Coast City Art Gallery, and has served on the Council of the National Gallery of Australia. She is also the Editor‑in‑Chief of VAULT, a leading journal of art and culture.
The Judging Panel
LEGAL EXPERT
The Hon Ian Callinan AC
The Honourable Ian Callinan KC AC is one of Australia’s most distinguished barristers. He practised as counsel from 1965 and served as a Justice of the High Court of Australia from 1998 to 2007. Since retiring from the bench, he has continued to work as a mediator and arbitrator. Ian has wide‑ranging interests in sport, art and literature, and is a prolific author of novels and plays. He has long been an engaged supporter and collector of the visual arts.
Celebrating Australian Artistic Diversity
The Callinan Chambers Art Competition is dedicated to supporting Australian artists and the stories they tell.
By bringing together voices from the law and the arts, the prize champions thoughtful, original work that reflects contemporary Australian life.
Our aim is to provide artists with meaningful exposure, recognition and encouragement as they continue to develop their practice.
Entries Opening Soon
Entries for the Callinan Chambers Art Competition 2027 are to be confirmed.
Entries are currently closed. Full submission details and the online entry form will be available closer to the opening date.
Before entering, artists will be asked to review the competition Terms & Conditions, including eligibility, artwork requirements and key dates.
To stay informed about opening dates and announcements, please check this page again later in the year.
